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MUSI 51
Introduction to Electronic Music

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Course Description

This course is an introduction to the use of keyboard controllers, hardware and software synthesizers and instruments, and sequencing and audio software to create music projects in a variety of styles. The course also includes basic studio techniques; an introduction to Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI); an introduction to basic historical developments in electronic music; and the creation of music/audio projects using basic electronic music hardware and software. Some prior music experience is recommended but not required.

Student Learning Outcomes

• The successful student will operate basic keyboard synthesizers, drum machines, simple mixers, and entry-level music software.
• The successful student will create musical projects in a variety of styles using synthesizers, drum machines, and MIDI sequencing software.

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Course Details

Units

3 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 2
• Weekly Lab Hours: 3

Gen Ed

Non-GE Class

Program Status

Program Applicable

Credit

Credit - Degree Applicable

Transferability

Transferable to CSU only

Grading Method

Letter Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory(ies)

ESL 261 and ESL 265, or ESL 461 and ESL 465, or eligibility for EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills

Limitation(s) on Enrollment

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